2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1992 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 632 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Park Avenue | 1992 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Park Avenue | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
